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This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

Following significant growth in small appliance sales, driven by home seclusion during the pandemic, major appliance players are looking to capitalise on consumer demand by entering or re-entering the small appliance market. Small appliances that…

Panasonic is a clear leader in Japan. However, its presence overseas is limited compared to other appliance giants. Panasonic is one of the leading players in Southeast Asia in multiple categories such as Split Air Conditioners and Hair Care…

Consumers’ experience over the last two years has shown them that cooking at home can be healthier and cost effective. However, cooking at home is time consuming. Brands are responding to this with continuous innovations to enable the preparation of…

The shift to e-commerce continues in consumer appliances. E-commerce platforms see appliances as a growth opportunity, while consumers like the convenience. However, physical retailers are fighting back by providing on-the-spot services and a…

Wellness has been identified by Euromonitor International as having the furthest-reaching impact on industries and consumers in the future. This report looks at the link between rising longevity and consumers’ search for a healthy life and highlights…

The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…

After the major spike in coffee sales in 2020, when Coronavirus (COVID-19) first hit the region, Western Europe saw much slower growth in 2021. The lengthy foodservice closures in 2020 and consumers spending more time at home than usual in this year…

The report examines inflation level and drivers globally and in the key countries. Global inflation is forecast to accelerate due to higher energy and commodity prices, disruptions in supply chains and weaker business confidence. Impact varies…

Surface care sales spiked in Latin America in 2020, when Coronavirus (COVID-19) first hit the region, with home care disinfectants and all-purpose cleaning wipes in particularly strong demand, as consumers implemented stricter cleaning regimes and…

Home seclusion and foodservice closures boosted home cooking, the presence of a highly contagious virus heightened consumers’ hygiene levels, and panic-buyers needed additional space to store their extra stocks. This boosted sales in 2020, with…

Small appliances was back on track with positive retail volume growth in 2021, after the decline seen in 2020 due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Although the virus re-emerged in some countries in the region, notably India, Asia Pacific as a whole…

Inflationary pressures have been present in the appliances industry since late 2020. Production capacity challenges include labour shortages, persistent semiconductor shortages and elevated commodity prices. In 2022, inflationary pressures will come…

Slower growth, surging inflation, rising geopolitical risks and an accelerating deglobalisation trend are factors shaping the global economic, financial and trade landscape in 2022 and beyond. Despite the challenges, there are opportunities for…

Sales of major appliances in Asia Pacific returned to positive growth in 2021 after the 2020 decline due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures taken to contain its spread. However, with restrictions still in place at times in 2021, given spiking…

The rise of new business models is linked to a radical overhaul in traditional concepts of ownership, while offering consumers the prospect of new services and improved experiences. Brands exploit the power of connectivity and data generated from…

Regulators are increasingly focused on taking action to address the environmental impact of consumer and corporate behaviour, and sustainability legislation will become an ever more prominent feature of the operating landscape for business, across…

Electrolux AB is a Swedish global appliances manufacturer with comprehensive product coverage and core strengths in refrigeration, home laundry and large cooking appliances. Latin America, Western Europe and North America are its key markets by sales…

New variants of coronavirus (COVID-19), resulting lockdown measures and economic uncertainties hampered a full recovery for small appliances in 2021. New habits formed and heightened hygiene awareness have differed across regions, but continue to be…

2021 was another volatile year that ended with retail sales exceeding 2019 levels. Major appliances continued to be in demand within a low interest rate environment. As the year ended, supply chain issues and inflation curtailed demand somewhat.…